May is National Lupus Awareness Month. According to the Lupus Foundation of America, approximately 1.5 million people in the United States are living with this disease. Lupus affects many different organs throughout a person’s body and can be exhausting not only for the patient but their family as well. Here are some things we think you should know about lupus, and how to notice signs and symptoms in yourself or someone you love.

Lupus is often hard to diagnose in someone because it affects so many different organs, tissues, and other systems in the body.

It is categorized as an autoimmune disease, meaning that the body is attacking your immune system because of it.

Lupus causes severe pain and inflammation throughout the skin, joints, tissues, and organs of the body.

There are four types of lupus: systemic, drug-induced, neonatal, and cutaneous lupus erythematosus.

Some common signs of lupus are photosensitivity, swelling in the joints, anemia, and hair loss.

Many people who have lupus also suffer from kidney issues, since the disease causes inflammation in that area of the body.

Additionally, inflammation in the chest area is also common in lupus patients, and x-ray imaging of the chest is needed to diagnose it.

If you are looking for one of the best imaging centers in Flushing, NY, turn to our facility at Dynamic Medical Imaging Queens. To schedule your appointment or to learn more about what services we offer, give us a call at (718) 507-8184 today.

Modern medicine has advanced in many areas, but one of the most progressive sectors of it is diagnostic imaging. An example of just how far diagnostic imaging has come in the past few decades is the birth of the open MRI machine. Open MRI’s allow for a more comfortable patient experience than the traditional MRI test and still has the same level of detail in its images. Here are just a few benefits of an open MRI:

Allows for patients of all sizes – The traditional MRI experience is when the patient goes through the enclosed, cylinder tube for imaging. Instead of the tight space that patients were passed through before, an open MRI allows them to get digital imaging without the confines of that tube. This allows patients of all sizes to be tested in one MRI machine.

It is ideal for claustrophobic patients – One of the greatest advantages of having an open MRI machine at our facility is the ability to ease the nerves of patients who experience claustrophobia. Claustrophobia, or the fear of enclosed, tight spaces, is something that many people experience on a daily basis, but especially when they were getting a regular MRI. The unrestricted testing area of an open MRI does not have the enclosed cylinder it did with the traditional experience and is ideal for those who are uncomfortable in smaller, closed off environments.

Looking for an open, upright MRI in Queens? We have it at Queens Dynamic Medical Imaging. Call us today at (718) 507-8184 to set up your appointment with our experienced, friendly technicians.

April is National Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) Awareness month. According to the International Foundation for Functional Gastrointestinal Disorders, IBS affects every 1 in 7 Americans and 10 – 15% of people across the globe. Unfortunately, many people who are suffering from IBS rarely seek treatment, due to most of them not knowing that the symptoms they are experiencing are part of something greater than indigestion. Here are some facts about IBS that you should be aware of so you can recognize specific signs in yourself or someone you love.

Researchers and physicians think that one of the most common reasons why people do not seek treatment for IBS is because they believe it is related to something else, such as stress, diet, or a virus. However, if the following symptoms persist past six months, your doctor will most likely test you for IBS:

Bloating, cramping, and/or frequent gas

Consistent diarrhea

Consistent constipation

Recurrent episodes of both diarrhea and constipation

Urgent or incomplete bowel movements

Outside of the standard criteria that are used to diagnose IBS, which referred to as Rome IV, your doctor can do additional testing to rule out other conditions. Those types of tests are:

Sometimes, all it takes to relax before doing something nerve-racking is to close your eyes, put on your headphones, and listen to a relaxing playlist. When it comes to having an MRI done, your anxiety might be at an all-time high right before you head in for your test. Luckily, the staff at Queens Dynamic Medical Imaging has created the most soothing, zen playlist for you to plug in before heading to our facility for your test. Here are just a few calming tunes we think would help to ease your nerves:

Are you searching for imaging centers in Flushing, NY, that will not only have the most state-of-the-art equipment, but a facility with a friendly, knowledgeable staff as well? Set up your next appointment with us at Queens Dynamic Medical Imaging today. Give us a call to learn more or to schedule your next MRI at (718) 507-8184 today.

If your doctor sends you for a high resolution ultrasound, do you know what that entails? At Queens Dynamic Medical Imaging, we want all of our patients to know what procedure they will be getting done so they can feel relaxed and taken care of at our facility. In regards to high resolution ultrasounds, there are a few scenarios in which your doctor would need this done, as well as few things you need to know before going in for one. Here is a brief overview of this type of imaging and the steps you need to take to prepare.

What is a High Resolution Ultrasound?

An ultrasound, which is also known as sonography, uses high-pitched sound waves to echo throughout the body and produce images that show those echoes. Ultrasounds usually only organs and specific tissues in your body, which are often why they are used in pregnant women for fetal imaging. However, ultrasounds can also be used to provide imaging for certain conditions in your heart, blood vessels, thyroid, and reproductive organs of both males and females.

A high resolution ultrasound can be used for all of the above conditions, including fetal imaging. The difference between a low and high resolution ultrasound is the clarity of the picture. Many people prefer to have high resolution ultrasounds done for fetal imaging since it can give the parents a more unobstructed view of their baby’s features.

If you are looking for a Queens imaging facility who takes the time to get to know you as a patient and make you feel comfortable, we are here for you at Queen Dynamic Medical Imaging. To schedule your next MRI or ultrasound with us, give us a call today at (718) 507-8184.

*Please note – our facility only performs ultrasounds on pregnant women in their first trimester.

Having any form of diagnostic imaging can be anxiety-producing, especially if it is not something you have had done before. Deciding what type of imaging is needed is generally up to your referring physician. However, there are specific conditions, injuries, and other circumstances that require an open MRI. Here are a few instances in which your doctor would recommend you receive an open MRI as opposed to a traditional MRI experience.

You have issues with mobility – Whether you have experienced an injury that prevents you from moving how you regularly would or are a person with a physical disability, an open MRI might be the route you and your doctor choose for diagnostic imaging. This allows the radiology technician to assist you in adjustments throughout the procedure with ease, as well as allowing you to feel as comfortable as possible during your testing.

You have claustrophobia – Claustrophobia is defined as the fear of small, enclosed spaces, and affects 5 – 7 % of the population. It can be triggered by elevators, small cars, public transportation, or many other common types of small spaces. One of the most frequent situations in which your doctor will recommend an open MRI instead of the traditional MRI is when you have claustrophobia. The free, unrestricted testing environment allows patients to feel at ease and not constricted while testing is happening.

If you are looking for a Queens imaging center that has state-of-the-art, upright and open MRI machines, we can help at Queens Dynamic Medical Imaging. Give us a call at (718) 507-8184 to schedule an appointment at our facility today.

One of the most ground-breaking advances in modern medicine has been the way diagnostic imaging can we used to find fatal illnesses before they become past the point of treatment. One of the most high-tech ways that this is used is to detect lung cancer in patients who are at risk for developing it. When diagnosed with lung cancer in its early stages by a low-dose CT scan, patients can receive the treatment they need before the cancer spreads to other parts of the body. Here are a few reasons why it is essential to receive preventative lung cancer screening if you are considered at high risk for developing it.

It can help to prolong your life – With the new age of medicine comes the thought that cancer is no longer considered a death sentence. While that is very true, it is because of preventative testing and screening that cancer can be nipped in the bud while it is still treatable. This is undoubtedly the case with lung cancer, as studies have shown that having a screening can lower the patient’s chances of dying from it around 15-20%.

Even if you do not show symptoms, you could still have it – Unfortunately like many forms of cancer, those who have lung cancer do not always experience symptoms of it that would prompt you to visit your doctor to get a screening. However, if you meet specific criteria by the American Lung Association that labels you for being high-risk at developing lung cancer, you can find the disease ahead of time before it spreads to other parts of your body.

Have questions about lung cancer screening or anything regarding diagnostic imaging? Contact Queens Dynamic Medical Imaging, one of the best imaging centers in Flushing, NY, today at (718) 507-8184.

At Queens Dynamic Medical Imaging, we are known for being one of the most cutting-edge and state-of-the-art radiology centers in the Queens area. One of our most technologically advanced pieces of equipment is our Stand-Up Open MRI machine by Fonar, which offers a unique testing experience for our patients. Here is a little more information about our stand-up open MRI machine and some of its’ advanced features.

Fonar Upright® Multi-Position MRI

Considered to be one of the most technologically advanced MRI machines available today, the Fonar Upright® Multi-Position MRI machine allows for a patience experience like none other. The machine enables the patient to be scanned upright for the procedure, and also allows for them to sit down or be manipulated into other positions as well. This proves to be extremely beneficial to patients who have claustrophobia or mobility issues.

Additionally, the Fonar Upright® Multi-Position MRI also allows the doctor to see places in the patient’s body that they may not be able to see quite as well if they were to have a traditional MRI done. The upright MRI provides a detailed image of certain conditions like scoliosis, spinal dislocation, and other back issues that might be harder to see in the standard MRI setting. With the comfort this machine allows and the level of accuracy it provides in imaging, it is no secret that the Fonar Upright® Multi-Position MRI is one of our most high-tech pieces of equipment at Queens Dynamic Medical Imaging.

If you are looking for an upright MRI in Queens, turn to our staff today. Contact us to set up your appointment at (718) 507-8184.

It does not matter what age you are, MRI’s can still seem intimidating well past your adolescent years. However, the MRI process can seem especially scary for children in particular. When your child is getting ready for their first scan, there are things you can do to ease their worried mind. Here are some tips on how to prepare your child for their first MRI.

Be open with them about it – Regardless of the type of MRI your child is having done, it is essential to be open with them about the scan as a whole. Talking to them about some of the things they will experience, such as sounds and feeling they may have, can help put their mind at ease.

“Make believe” your own MRI setup – One of the best things you can do to prepare your child for their first MRI is to role-play what will happen during the test with them. This will not only give them a frame of reference when entering their first scan, but it can also help to show them it will not be as scary as they might think it will be.

Let them ask questions – In getting your child ready for their first MRI experience, allow them to ask all of the question they need to before the test. This can be intimidating from a parent perspective, especially when you might not know all of the answers to their questions, but it will help to alleviate any anxiety your child has before heading in for their test.

If you are looking for a comfortable, relaxing, and professional Flushing imaging center, turn to us at Queens Dynamic Medical Imaging. To schedule your appointment or for more information on any of our services, contact us today at (718) 507-8184.